“There is no wealth but life”
A practical action plan for living more on less.
About
This website provides a practical action plan for people wishing to live a ‘simpler life’ of reduced and restrained consumption. The Simpler Way represents a life with less clutter, less waste, and less fossil fuel use, but also a life with more time for the things that inspire and bring happiness.
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The Simpler Way draws on the experience and insights of many people seeking to live more simply. The pathways to simple living will vary greatly from person to person, but we all have something to contribute to the discussion. Your input is vital, so please share your thoughts.
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The main articles from this website are available in a single document (pdf) for those who would prefer it in this form. This document also includes an inspiring analysis of the Simpler Way which explores with great insight the question of how cheaply and sustainably we could live.
Introduction
By now we all understand the importance of reducing resource and energy consumption and stepping more lightly on the planet. But figuring out exactly how to do this in a consumer society can be very … Read More
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The main articles from this website are available in a single document (pdf) for those who would prefer it in this form.
Published by the Simplicity Institute, this document also includes … Read More
Join In The Discussion
The Simpler Way draws on the experiences and insights of many people who are exploring a ‘simpler life’ of reduced and restrained consumption. Topics for discussion include money, working hours, food, clothing, energy, transport, technology … Read More
